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Welcome to the new Mitsubishi Outback Vs Kia Sportage comparison for 2022. Like it’s under body twin the Hyundai Tucson, we compare the new Kia Sportage with the equally new Mitsubishi Outlander. Both model share pricing and admittedly the ‘new’ medium size class. We like each model for different reasons so how do they directly compare?
Mitsubishi Outback Vs Kia Sportage exterior comparison: We like to exterior designs expect for the rear treatment on both models. In the case of the outlander the rear end looks anonymous and cheap. The Sportage rear end looks good but also on the cheap side. It the Outlander’s (aka X-Trail’s) conservative boxy looks compared to the curvy and mostly stylish lines on the Sportage in the end and we prefer the Sportage design.
Mitsubishi Outback Vs Kia Sportage interior comparison: Both interiors are nice places to be in but it depends on what sort of style you are after. The Outlander is nice but mostly on trend design in comparison to the visually European inspired Sportage. The interior on the upper model grade Sportage’s are very good and approach entry level luxury models it’s just missing the higher quality materials and tighter design tolerances.
Mitsubishi Outback Vs Kia Sportage engines and technology: Both models use carry over engine sand tech so as these particular models go are exterior updates. That said all the engines and tech are quite up to date in terms of diesel or petrol but none have hybrid or electric options. We expect that these are the last of the conventionally powered SUVs they will be making hence half hearted design features.
In conclusion and winner to the Mitsubishi Outback Vs Kia Sportage comparison is the Sportage. While the Sportage is quite ordinary under the skin it has the nicer design especially in the more expensive model grades. Unfortunately the engines short fall will make these harder to sell as petrol, diesel and adblue prices skyrocket due to the war.
| 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander | Kia Sportage |
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| Engines | |
| IL Petrol (91 Octane) DOHC Engine EFI 2.4 Litre (2488cc) Claimed 135Kw @ 6000RPM Claimed 245Nm @ 3600RPM |
4 Cylinder Petrol 2 Litre (1999cc) DOHC EFI VVT Claimed 115Kw @ 6200RPM Claimed 192Nm @ 4000RPM |
| 4 Cylinder Turbo Petrol 1.6 Litre (1598cc) DOHC EFI VVT Claimed 132Kw @ 5500RPM Claimed 265Nm @ 1500RPM |
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| 4 Cylinder Diesel 2.0 Litre (1995cc) DI CR Turbo DOHC EFI Claimed 137Kw @ 4000RPM Claimed 416Nm @ 2000RPM |
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| Weight | |
| Kerb weight FROM 1725Kg Towing capacity up to 1600kg |
Kerb weight FROM 1500Kg Towing capacity up to 1600Kg |
| Fuel capacity & consumption | |
| Up to 55 litres IL4 2.4 Petrol 8.1 Lts per 100km AVG (CVT) |
Up to 54 litres IL4 2.0 Petrol 8.1 litres per 100km IL4 2.0 Turbo Petrol 7.2 litres per 100km IL4 2.0 Turbo Diesel 6.3 litres per 100km |
| Other specifications | |
| 5 speed manual or CVT Auto Overall height/width 1745/1862 Overall length/wheelbase 4710/2706 4WD system: 2WD or On Demand AWD ANCAP Safety: 5/5 |
6spd manual 7 DCT Auto 8 speed Auto Overall height/width 1680/1865 Overall length/wheelbase 4660/2775 4WD system: On demand AWD or 2WD |
| Capability | |
| Angle of: (degrees) Approach 18.3 Departure 22.2 Breakover 18.1 Ground clearance (unloaded) 210mm Water Fording depth xxmm Max |
Angle of: (degrees) Approach xx Departure xx Breakover xx Minimum ground clearance xxxmm Water Fording depth xxmm Max |
| Performance | |
| Pricing | |
| 2022 $34,490 – 50,990 AUD 2018 $28,750 – 55,490 AUD 2014 $28,990 – 52,490 AUD 2013 $28,990 – 45,490 AUD |
2022 $34,490 – 53,990 AUD 2021 $30,490 – 49,990 AUD 2016 $28,990 – 45,990 AUD |
| *Always check with the dealer for up to date pricing, specifications, on-road costs, accessories and specials etc.. everything as usual is subject to change! | |